Promoting the Health of Adolescents: New Directions for the Twenty-First Century. - book reviews

Adolescence, Summer, 1994

Chronic diseases and premature death can often be linked to social, environmental, and behavioral factors that are subject to modification, especially during adolescence when many habits--good and bad--are formed. In order to effectively encourage good health-related behaviors among adolescents, health providers need an integrated understanding of the many factors involved.

This volume addresses that need by providing a comprehensive, up-to-date review of the pertinent issues, including in-depth discussions on adolescent sexuality, substance abuse, the future of adolescent health promotion, and the relationship between socioeconomic status and health-related behaviors. The contributors represent a wide variety of disciplines and offer proven techniques and approaches that can help future adults enjoy longer, safer, more productive lives.